Rheumatoid Arthritis - All People Who Are Taking "folic acid"

Tortoiselvr

posted 04/13/2009, comments (11)

I'm new - and I'm afraid this is a bit of a rant :)

I tried to submit this earlier but it seems to have disappeared into cyberspace, so if it appears twice, I do apologize. Before I get into my mini rant (perhaps not so mini by the time I get finished), let me just say that I know I’m lucky, and remind myself constantly that I am very lucky – my diagnosis was quick, I have a... Read more Chevron

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married, 45,

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posted 04/11/2009, comments (3)

wishing I didn't have RA is not an option

I was diagnosed with RA in July of 2008 and I am trying to learn how to quit wishing I didn't have it because I do. I am always searching for my own answer and I hope that sometime in the near future I can find it. I have tried many drugs for help with this disease and right now I take methotrexate injections 30mg every week. I do have some side... Read more Chevron

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47 years old, married with kids. DX with RA in June of '08.

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posted 04/10/2009, comments (5)

1st SharePost and it's a venting one

Basic background: Diagnosed in June '08; out on (private) long-term disability since July '08. Been adding meds from the get-go, and now I take MTX, Sulfasalazine, Plaquenil, Humira, Naproxen, Folic Acid, CoQ10 supplement, and percocet for pain. Tore two discs in lower back in January. Developed severe multi-site tendonitis 2 months ago,... Read more Chevron

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sue

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posted 04/10/2009, comments (3)

people dont understand

hi i am really low because people dont understand unless they can see that you are hurting they think you are ok when you are not. i am also feeling rubbish on the drugs cos i am getting a lot of the side effects i can put up with some of them but not going dizzy and light headed and nearly passing out. i am going to see my RA nurse... Read more Chevron

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